Chad Downs

Chad Downs possesses extensive experience in naval ordnance handling and logistics, having held various leadership positions within the U.S. Navy and currently serving as a Logistics Analyst at Synectic Solutions, Inc. From January 2022 to March 2023, Downs served as the Force Ordnance Handling Officer at Commander, Naval Air Force Atlantic, providing technical guidance and support on conventional weapons. Prior roles include Weapons Safety Assistance Team Leader and Senior Staff Weapons Officer, alongside significant experience aboard USS Iwo Jima and USS Dwight D. Eisenhower, where oversight of personnel and ordnance management led to high operational readiness and safety compliance. Downs holds a degree from Columbia Southern University with a 4.00 GPA, reflecting strong academic performance alongside a proven track record of enhancing team qualifications and operational efficiency within military environments.